This book provides a practical guide to typography, encompassing every aspect related to letterpress printing. It presents theory and principles that help readers understand why and how things are done correctly in the field. Topics include materials such as frames, sticks, and galleys; composition and distribution; correcting and reading; and bookwork, from preliminary matter to index. The author aims to impart sound general principles rather than minute details of practice, recognizing that experience in a printing office is essential for true mastery. This book is a valuable resource for students, apprentices, journeymen, and anyone seeking to expand their knowledge of typography. Its insights contribute to a deeper understanding of the craft and its significance in the world of communication.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a practical guide to typography, encompassing every aspect related to letterpress printing. It presents theory and principles that help readers understand why and how things are done correctly in the field. Topics include materials such as frames, sticks, and galleys; composition and distribution; correcting and reading; and bookwork, from preliminary matter to index. The author aims to impart sound general principles rather than minute details of practice, recognizing that experience in a printing office is essential for true mastery. This book is a valuable resource for students, apprentices, journeymen, and anyone seeking to expand their knowledge of typography. Its insights contribute to a deeper understanding of the craft and its significance in the world of communication. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332180356_0
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